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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LX02 HDGMOT history

LX02 HDG is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 125,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LX02 HDG blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,668 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 HDG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 HDG was last recorded at 125,668 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 4,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,586 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,082 miles
Average per year
4,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,668 miles
  • 2025 – 121,586 miles
  • 2024 – 115,682 miles
  • 2023 – 110,848 miles
  • 2022 – 105,785 miles
  • 2021 – 96,503 miles
  • 2020 – 91,242 miles
  • 2019 – 83,842 miles
  • 2018 – 74,766 miles
  • 2017 – 71,923 miles
  • 2016 – 63,636 miles
  • 2015 – 56,906 miles
  • 2014 – 49,419 miles
  • 2013 – 45,173 miles
  • 2012 – 42,342 miles
  • 2011 – 38,875 miles
  • 2010 – 35,524 miles
  • 2009 – 32,474 miles
  • 2008 – 30,125 miles
  • 2007 – 26,849 miles
  • 2006 – 24,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,668 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear under side corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,668 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,668 miles
    Test number
    722401182029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Fail125,668 miles (+4,082)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,668 miles
    Test number
    197690018704
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass121,586 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,586 miles
    Test number
    826324901858
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side corroded

  4. Fail121,486 miles (+5,804)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,486 miles
    Test number
    780348265267
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side corroded

  5. Pass115,682 miles (+4,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,682 miles
    Test number
    823017900743
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,848 miles (+5,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    706059186440
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,785 miles (+9,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,785 miles
    Test number
    489109185010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass96,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,503 miles
    Test number
    818244674765
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail96,503 miles (+5,261)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,503 miles
    Test number
    183492562039
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass91,242 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    822116054207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Fail91,242 miles (+7,400)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    935980588733
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  12. Pass83,842 miles (+9,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,842 miles
    Test number
    557032176909
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass74,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,766 miles
    Test number
    559113784757
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail74,766 miles (+2,843)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,766 miles
    Test number
    420965330350
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass71,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,923 miles
    Test number
    612372040379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail71,923 miles (+8,287)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,923 miles
    Test number
    324101609923
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass63,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,636 miles
    Test number
    509622613336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,636 miles (+6,730)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,636 miles
    Test number
    674031026663
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass56,906 miles (+7,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    56,906 miles
    Test number
    186372195165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass49,419 miles (+4,246)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    49,419 miles
    Test number
    998690394106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,173 miles
    Test number
    388442093115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,173 miles (+2,831)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,173 miles
    Test number
    235332593131
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass42,342 miles (+3,467)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,342 miles
    Test number
    996658682106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,875 miles (+3,351)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    506484871186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,524 miles (+3,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,524 miles
    Test number
    391105670169
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,474 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,474 miles
    Test number
    531068549188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,472 miles (+2,347)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,472 miles
    Test number
    561507449173
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass30,125 miles (+3,276)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,125 miles
    Test number
    474689348164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,849 miles
    Test number
    644109247146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail26,849 miles (+2,162)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,849 miles
    Test number
    240229647158
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass24,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,687 miles
    Test number
    872972346101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 HDG

Does LX02 HDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 HDG is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 HDG?
The MOT on LX02 HDG is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 HDG done?
LX02 HDG was recorded at 125,668 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 4,998 miles a year.
Has LX02 HDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 HDG has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 HDG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 HDG find?
LX02 HDG passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; general underbody corrosion.

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